Definitions

1. noun

a container, typically made of ceramic or plastic, used for holding liquids or small quantities of food

“She poured coffee into a cup and added sugar.”

2. verb

to fill a container with liquid, especially in order to drink from it

“Can you cup your hands and give me a drink from the water bottle?”

3. verb

to hold something, especially a ball, in the hands, so that the hands are curved around it

“She cupped her hands and caught the ball that was thrown to her.”

4. verb

to play a musical instrument, especially a brass instrument, by blowing air through it

“He cupped his lips and blew into the trumpet to produce a clear sound.”